You have your bracket in order. Pizza delivery is on speed dial. Seamless menus are bookmarked. You follow all the coolest b-ball experts on Twitter. You're ready for March Madness 2012. And just because you have a better chance of winning the Powerball than selecting the perfect bracket doesn't mean you shouldn't watch all 67 games in crisp, high-definition style. It's time to ditch that old CRT or ancient rear-projection unit and enjoy the month-long celebration of beer, smack talk, highlights, heartbreaks, and inevitable financial loss as it was meant to be experiencedon a big, gorgeous HDTV.

So save back some of the money you were going to drop on the tournament and invest it in a new TV. You'll enjoy the games more, and the benefits will last far beyond the next few weeks. We've rounded up the most NCAA game-worthy TVs reviewed in 2011 and 2012. The following sets have the best odds of delivering fast action at the lowest prices, so at least when you lose the pool, you'll still have the most valuable HDTV on the block.

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Bose VideoWave Entertainment System Price: $5,349.00 list
If you're looking for a stunning HDTV with unparalleled audio, this is it. The Bose VideoWave Entertainment System delivers surround sound audio built into the bezel. External speakers aren't necessary with this TV; enjoy Bose's custom audio technology on this slim 46-inch LCD setbut only if you've got some serious money to drop on a new entertainment system.
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LG Infinia 47LW5600 Price: $1,699.99 list
Not only did this 47-inch 3D TV from LG get a 4.5 out of 5 stars from our hardware analysts, it also won an Editors' Choice Award and the PCMag GreenTech stamp of approval. The Infinia's audio is sharp, the navigation is intuitive, and picky viewers will love all the advanced picture controls. And while native 3D is always more impressive than the 2D push to 3D, that's still a compelling feature on this set. Plus, its selection of Web appsincluding Vudu, Netflix, and Amazon Instant Videowill keep you occupied during the off-season.
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Panasonic TC-L42D30 Price: $1,049.99 directThe Panasonic 42-inch TC-L42D30 LED TV leads the way in terms of price. For only $750, this set is one of the most cost-efficient (and energy-efficientit's also a GreenTech winner) TVs we've rated. With only 3.5 stars, it doesn't get top marks in picture quality, but its Wi-Fi options and energy-saving mode help you save the most dollars in the long run.
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Samsung PN51D8000 Price: $2,299.99This unusually light and thin 51-inch plasma screen earned 4 out of 5 stars for its excellent picture quality, 600Hz refresh rate, and wide range of connectivity options. It's not the most affordable HDTV in the bunch, but it is among the best plasma screens currently on sale.
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Sharp Aquos LC-70LE735U Price: $4,799.99 list
This massive 70-inch set from Sharp delivers unusually impressive blacks for a non-plasma HDTV. This LED set doesn't just feature great contrastit's also an energy saver. It garnered Editors' Choice and GreenTech awards for excellent performance and eco-friendly construction. Additionally, its 3D capabilities are top-notch, while the 240Hz refresh rate keeps fast action moving at a steady clip.
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Vizio XVT3D650SV Price: $3,699 list
Vizio may not have the same industry clout as Sony or LG, but the brand does make some of the most affordable high-performance HDTVs around. A wide variety of ports (including five HDMI inputs), numerous Web apps, and the inclusion of four 3D glasses give you extra bang for your buck with this set. The Bluetooth remote with QWERTY keyboard is also a helpful addition to this 65-inch GreenTech award-winning LCD TV.
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